Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of almost SEK 2.1 billion per year. We are currently 1,900 employees and have 18,700 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope that you will help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future. Project description The subject covers signal processing with a focus on the development and optimization of algorithms for the processing of one- and multi-dimensional signals that are closely related to applications and applied research. The group conducts research in the areas of inference and wireless communication, involving both acoustic and radio signals. We now offer an opportunity to participate in a dynamic, international research environment in close collaboration with industry and leading universities worldwide. Duties and responsibilities You will participate in a project conducting research in wireless communication and signal processing. The project focuses on the challenge of positioning using reconfigurable reflective metasurfaces (RIS). The project aims to make measurements and to develop a prototype demonstrator using RIS and software defined radio (SDR) devices for positioning algorithms in our communication laboratory. Qualifications The applicant should have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with experience in MATLAB programming, SDR programming, and in controlling RIS devices. Information to be provided The position is limited to 10 months, part-time, 50% of full-time, starting February 1, 2026 and located in Luleå. For further information, please contact: Jaap van de Beek, Professor, 0920-493383, jaap.vandebeek@ltu.se Trade union representative: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721 marika.vesterberg@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a cover letter, CV/resume and copies of verified diplomas. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the diplomas must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: November 18, 2025 Reference number: 4585-2925